Olympus E-PL5 vs Samsung NX3000

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus E-PL5 and Samsung NX3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the E-PL5 (16MP) and the NX3000 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the E-PL5 (Four Thirds) and NX3000 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The E-PL5 was launched 20 months before the NX3000 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the E-PL5 scores versus the NX3000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL5 and Samsung NX3000. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-PL5 Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL5 has got outer measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Samsung NX3000 has measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-PL5 and Samsung NX3000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the E-PL5 and the NX3000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL5 and NX3000 is 88 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The image here should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL5 and NX3000.

To sum up, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-PL5 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX3000 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E-PL5 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.